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Music Publishers FTC complaint escalates battle, Spotify responds

The National Music Publishers Association has ramped up its battle against Spotify on several fronts, including a complaint to the US Federal Trade Commission alleging the streamer converted Premium users into a bundled subscription that includes audiobooks without providing an option to remain on a music-only tier….

Bruce Houghton on 06/13/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar showed that AI Music is already regulated

Discover how the Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar legal battle highlights the regulation of AI-generated music under existing intellectual property laws. by Andy Jung from Tech Dirt In the last year,. Continue reading

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Spotify, YouTube partner Merchbar accused of stiffing artists and fans

San Francisco-based online music merchandise marketplace Merchbar has been accused of failing to pay for or ship hundreds of thousands of dollars in merchandise…..

Bruce Houghton on 06/12/2024 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Spotify names 30 Songs of Summer 2024 contenders

Spotify has released its annual list of predictions for the Songs Of Summer 2024. featuring the top 30 contenders they think could take the crown.  From “Not Like Us” by. Continue reading

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French and Francophone Music’s Global Impact

From indie-folk to electronic dance, France is becoming a strong source of music exports on today’s global stage.

Alana Bonilla on 06/12/2024 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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MLC seeks songwriters for key Board and Committee positions

The Mechanical Licensing Collective (MLC) is actively seeking nominations from the songwriting community to fill crucial roles on their board, offering a unique opportunity to influence the future of music licensing…..

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Copyright and Marital Property: The Cher vs. Mary Bono Dispute

Cher is battling Mary Bono, the wife of her deceased musical partner Sonny, over lost royalties. Find out how a marital settlement agreement is at the heart of this high-stakes copyright clash…..

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A2IM Libera Independent Music Award winners 2024 [Full List]

A2IM (American Association of Independent Music) crowned the 2024 Libera Award winners at Gotham Hall in New York City on Monday. Here is the full list of winners

Bruce Houghton on 06/11/2024 in Conventions & Awards | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Indie music pioneer Molly Neuman is CD Baby’s new President

Downtown Music has named Molly Neuman as President of its d.i.y. music distribution division, CD Baby, as part of a greater reorganization…..

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Just a few days left to be part of the Music Industry Data Survey

There are just a few days left to take the 2024 State of Data in the Music Industry Survey – a comprehensive exploration of how music professionals collect, manage, and leverage data – and get a free report valued at $300……

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Must-Listen LGBTQIA+ Artists

These rising stars are capturing hearts and ears, pushing boundaries, and setting new trends—don’t miss their incredible contributions to the music world! by Randi Zimmerman of Symphonic Blog Pride month. Continue reading

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